The Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1 Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater is a commercial-grade heating device designed for precise heat retention and presentation in professional foodservice settings. This 66-inch wide strip heater features maximum wattage operation with integrated lighting, enabling optimal heat distribution and visibility for hot food displays. Constructed from durable aluminum with a tubular metal heating rod, it ensures longevity while maintaining consistent performance. This model incorporates a remote control enclosure and adjustable angle brackets, facilitating easy installation and maintenance within various restaurant or catering environments. Capable of handling high-volume service requirements, it provides a reliable source of infrared heat tailored for food holding applications in busy commercial kitchens.
Top Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1 Features
The Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater offers targeted heat delivery with an aluminum construction that ensures durability under heavy usage. Its tubular metal heater rod provides efficient infrared warming, while the included remote control enclosure allows for straightforward operation management. Suitable for mounting in diverse kitchen configurations, it supports consistent heat output over 66" wide coverage, making it ideal for high-traffic food presentation areas. Designed for easy cleaning and maintenance, the unit’s robust build optimizes workflow without sacrificing sanitation or performance. Its versatile mounting options enable seamless integration into existing food service workflows, supporting quick adjustments and efficient food display maintenance.
- Function & Performance: Ensures even heat distribution across 66-inch coverage area.
- Durability Traits: Aluminum construction withstands heavy daily use in commercial kitchens.
- Ease-of-Use & Maintenance: Remote control enclosure simplifies operation; easy-to-clean metal finish.
- Real-World Use Case: Suitable for hot food display in buffets, cafeterias, and catering lines.
- Workflow Integration: Supports quick mounting with adjustable brackets for streamlined setup.
Ideal for hot food presentation in high-volume restaurant or catering settings, ensuring consistent warming and visibility for display displays.
Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1 Technical Specs
The Hatco Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater operates on a voltage range of 120-240V, with a frequency of 60Hz, and single-phase power. It consumes a maximum of 2175 watts, with energy usage rated at approximately 9.1 amps when fully operational. The unit features an air-cooled design, eliminating the need for water connections and simplifying installation in various kitchen layouts. Its construction utilizes high-quality aluminum with a 2.5-inch height, 66-inch width, and 10.2-inch depth, weighing 25 pounds for straightforward handling. The heater employs a metal heating rod for effective infrared warming, compliant with sanitation standards for commercial foodservice. The unit’s robust finish is coated in durable aluminum, resistant to wear and easy to clean. Operating within a temperature range suitable for food holding applications, it maintains maximum safe temperatures without risking damage or contamination. Designed for plug-in operation, it includes a remote control enclosure and mounting brackets for flexible installation, optimized for supporting medium throughput kitchens like buffets and cafeterias.
- Electrical Requirements: 120-240V, 60Hz, single-phase, 2175W, 9.1A
- Cooling Method: Air-cooled design for simplified installation
- Construction & Finish: Aluminum exterior, durable and easy-to-clean
- Dimensions: 66" W x 10.2" D x 2.5" H, weighs 25 lbs
- Temperature Operating Range: Suitable for food holding environments, max safe temperature maintained
- Food Safety & Compatibility: Aluminum construction ensures sanitation and ease of cleaning
Usage considerations include ensuring proper airflow clearance, standard electrical outlets, and mounting space for the adjustable brackets. It is suitable for installation in fixed or mobile setups where consistent infrared heating is required, and sanitation during routine cleaning is maintained with accessible design features.
What is a commercial infrared strip heater?
A commercial infrared strip heater is a high-capacity heating appliance designed to distribute infrared heat efficiently across food presentation areas. These units, like the Hatco Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater, are typically installed in buffet lines, hot food displays, or catering stations to maintain optimal serving temperatures. Equipped with metal heating rods and durable aluminum frames, they generate consistent heat suitable for high-volume use. Installed on walls or ceilings, these heaters support rapid heat transfer directly to food merchandise, minimizing heat loss and maximizing display appeal. The model, Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1, is ideal for settings requiring reliable, long-lasting heat sources with easy operation and maintenance in busy restaurant, cafeteria, or catering environments.
Top Commercial Infrared Strip Heaters for Foodservice Environments
Commercial infrared strip heaters like Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1 deliver consistent, long-lasting warmth suitable for high-volume food presentation. Built with robust aluminum and tubular metal elements, these units provide reliable heat in busy restaurant kitchens, ensuring food stays at serving temperature during service. Ideal for supporting workflows in various foodservice settings, they are designed for easy installation, maintenance, and operational efficiency, making them essential components in professional kitchen equipment.
- Operation in moderate throughput foodservice kitchens
- Designed for compact commercial spaces and buffet lines
- Supports food warming in cafeteria and catering setups
- Optimized for medium workload with consistent infrared heat
- Suitable for food display, holding, and presentation applications
Why Choose Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1?
Compared to similar commercial infrared heaters, the Hatco GRAML-66_120-240/60/1 stands out with its durable aluminum construction, maximum wattage with integrated lighting, and flexible mounting options. Its robust design ensures reliability under demanding high-traffic conditions, while the included remote control enclosure facilitates effortless operation. This heater delivers uniform infrared heating to showcase hot foods effectively, supporting efficient workflow and sanitation standards unique to professional foodservice environments.
- Built with high-grade aluminum for enhanced longevity
- Maximum wattage operation with integrated illumination
- Includes remote control for seamless operation management
- Supports flexible mounting for various kitchen layouts
- Designed for high reliability in commercial food display
